Chemist

SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

We are looking for a Chemist to join our Analytical team in Aberdeen
, UK on a temporary 12 month basis
. The candidate will be responsible for conducting water analysis, including scaling ions and scale inhibitor residuals, and will provide analytical support to the various product line groups within the wider Eastern Hemisphere RD&E team.

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideals to achieve our best.
• Thrive in a company that drives a safety-focused culture, values sustainability and empowers its employees through continuous improvement.

• Conduct water analysis testing using a variety of analytical techniques, including ICP, IC and HPLC.
• Support senior team members with project-focused work and development of new test methodologies.
• Provide support to Goods In, with focus on logging of received samples and materials.
• Technical report writing and database management.
• Learn about ChampionX product lines and their various applications.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including calibration scheduling and record-keeping.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping of laboratory.
• Communicate effectively with team members to support efficient laboratory operations.
• Implement and follow Company safety practices, including COSHH and Risk Assessments.

• Batchelor’s Degree (BSc.) in Chemistry or related science
• Good computer skills with experience in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a high-performing team.

• May involve long periods of standing working in a laboratory.

• Previous experience in liquid chromatography.
• Readily learns and adapts to changing workload.
• Willing to take on unfamiliar tasks and learn from experiences.

ChampionX is a global leader in providing chemistry programs and services, drilling technology, artificial lift solutions, and automation technologies for the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. Our world-class safety culture fuels our purpose to improve lives through our commitment to deliver sustainable operations.

We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.

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